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The first day of school doesn't go as planned. Nikko is late and he's literally running to school. He's so nervous, and the random guy that laughed at him while rushing through a crossroad, didn't add up to his mood.... *I am not an owner of the cover photo*

[Urban Bestselling Epic about the War God] "Sign it, today you must divorce that loser, Ling Fan—you're not ashamed, but I can't even lift my head when I go out," my father-in-law emphatically tapped on the divorce agreement. Three days later, good son-in-law, you rise above the petty, I beg you, please don't leave my daughter... Three years of tempering, a work of craftsmanship, the legendary War God's ascension journey....

R18-FANTAY HAREM-ISEKAI- Welcome to Astra, a fantasy place where only ladies live, because all the men have vanished! The way these women make babies is a big mystery with the help of old, magical stuff. But, oh no! Something went wrong with the baby-making magic. The Empress of Astra, had a crazy idea to fix it. She uses a special power to bring heroes from other worlds to help out, but here's the twist: she might get a bad guy instead, and they can be anyone from a kid to a super-mean criminal! Now, let's meet Theo. He's just a regular teenager, minding his own business, when BAM! He gets zapped by a white light and ends up in Astra. He's not scared or mad like everyone else would be. The Empress is really confused because normally people go nuts when this happens to them. She's like, "Is this kid okay? Or is he playing some sneaky game?" The Empress feels really bad for pulling him into her world without asking, so she lets him take a nap. But, she's got spies watching him like a hawk because she's not sure if he's a good guy or a bad guy. What's going to happen to Theo? Will he save the day, or will he be the one to mess it all up? Stay tuned, because it's going to be a wild ride full of surprises and excitement! Free NSFW & ARTWORK on My Patreon : patreon.com/Som_Me ***The following content may contain explicit sexual material that is intended for mature audiences only. Viewer discretion is advised.***

How would you feel when you died and saw yourself in the future but this future is not one you wished for even your enemy to wake up to. When Captain Aria, a decorated soldier medic, is killed in battle, she is mysteriously transported to a damaged future, where she must navigate through an apocalypse, she must confront her own mortality, and fight to restore hope in a desperate world. In the year 2024, Captain Aria , a highly skilled and fearless soldier medic was part of an elite special forces unit. During this critical mission, she was fatally wounded and left for dead. However, Aria's death is only the beginning as She was thrown through time and space to the year 2178, where a catastrophic apocalypse has transformed the world into a wasteland. Aria awakens in a harsh, unfamiliar landscape that has been scarred by environmental disasters, nuclear devastation, and mutated insects. The once blue skies is now a toxic haze that reeks of ash and smoke. Aria was determined to survive this apocalypse and as she struggles to survive with her marine skills, she discovers some scattered survivors and someone she held dear. *** Released times are every day. I might release from 1_4 chapters a day so expect to read continuously. hehe ******** NOTE: This book is participating in Cupid Quill October so please your vote, gifts and comments is deeply appreciated

"She stopped me from coming to the wedding!" "It's because she loved you and did not want me to marry you." "Do you think I'll trust you again? You liar!" He bellowed but he had believed her.

Unspoken Love: The novel explores the tension between what is said and what is left unsaid. The chemistry between Ethan and Lily grows throughout the story, but their fear of confessing keeps them apart. Fear of Rejection: Both characters grapple with the idea of rejection, and how it influences their decisions. Timing and Fate: The story is filled with missed opportunities and the idea that timing plays a huge role in relationships. Friendship Dynamics: The friends play an important role in offering advice and providing support, all while witnessing the growing tension between the two main characters.

Clara Hamilton, a kind-hearted flower shop owner, lives a quiet life in a bustling city, though her home life is far from peaceful due to her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. Her world is turned upside down when she is kidnapped by Benjamin D'Angelo, the cold-hearted mafia king, who mistakenly believes she’s connected to a conspiracy against him. As Clara is thrust into Benjamin’s dark, dangerous world, she begins to see the softer side of the ruthless man, hidden beneath his hardened exterior. Torn between the growing love she feels for him and the danger surrounding them both, Clara must navigate betrayal, family secrets, and a developing attraction to the man who is both her captor and protector. As their relationship deepens, Clara and Benjamin must face powerful enemies and make difficult choices, ultimately deciding if their love can survive in the shadows of his mafia world.

“I only want you, Maximus. I already told my parents that I love you and I'm going to marry you. No one else.” Aurora indignantly exclaimed. Max was shaking his head from what he heard. “No. No. You’re not being fair, Aurora.” He felt himself losing his strength as well as any chance to change her mind. Max leaned his body at the back of the single chair, almost sitting on it. He tugged on his necktie, needing some more air. His gaze fell on the ground. He’s powerless against his father. He won’t be able to protect his girlfriend from his family. He didn’t notice that Aurora was already in front of him. He just felt her palm on his cheeks, caressing it gently. He looked up to her. “You’re not fair.” He mumbled weakly. Like a defeated child. She’s rubbing her thumb against his cheeks. “The world’s not fair, Max.” Shaking her head. “It’s never fair.” She commented breathlessly. “You get everything you want.” He ignored her actions. He’d gone numb all over. This girl was too much of everything. Too selfish to even understand how he felt. “No. I don’t have your heart.” Max swatted her hand away and stood up straight. He chuckled at her response and halted. He shook his head as he looked at her straight in the eyes. “You won’t. You don’t even have one.” ************** Aurora Fontalva got everything except the heart of a certain man. She only wants Max. But how can she make him fall for her when he already had someone? He loves his girlfriend. Maximus D’Arco can’t escape his family’s wish for him to marry the only Fontalva heiress. Worse, Aurora even blackmailed him, or his girlfriend would suffer. Why would he fall for someone who doesn’t even care about his feelings? Only his girlfriend does. Is there really a thin line between love and hate? What if the thread breaks? **************** AN: Be warned!!! This is not your typical romance. As the story progresses, it tackles family, career, toxic relationships, twisted attraction, love, hate, lust, and heavy drama. And there are cases in which you can be sensitive. Lastly, this is not for the weak of heart. Please read the FOREWORD. Thank you.

Crystal's father had left for a business trip and he had promised to come back safe... Three days had passed Crystal has not heard from her father. She thought he forgot his phone charger or the phone was off because he wanted to be left alone. Until two of his co-workers came to her cafe and the news came on talking about supernatural's were coming out more and more during the day and night. Crystal "what can I get for you gentleman" gentleman 1 do you have something dark for the gloomy one and something sweet for me.. Crystal I have coffee as dark as one soul

Love is a strange phenomenon as it can make you go an extra mile just as Jackson Jones who took a job as a university lecture just to see the love of his life that is now one of the pupils he teaches. What lengths will he go to get what he wants to be as the woman he wants is not as simple as she appears to be . if you like your boys more ripe and red like strawberries stick around

By chance, I stumbled upon my sister's secret...

Olivia Grayson has always had a knack for finding stories others shy away from. Her latest investigation into a string of mysterious deaths in New York leads her into the hidden underworld of vampires. The victims are drained of blood, and no one seems willing to discuss the details—except for Olivia, whose stubborn nature drives her to dig deeper. When she crosses paths with Dante, Nikolai, and Lila, a trio of powerful vampires who have been secretly pulling the strings in the city’s supernatural circles, she realizes she’s stumbled into something far bigger than a simple crime story. The vampires, fascinated by her boldness and determination, seduce her into their world, where love, danger, and immortality blur into one.

In the arid wastelands of Latin America stands **Solitary Bastion**, a fortress-like prison housing the nation's most dangerous criminals—cartel bosses, gang leaders, and unrepentant killers. In this volatile world of corruption and survival, the rules of morality are as fragile as the lives of those who dare uphold them. After dying in an underground fight, **Robert Viera**, a former boxer, finds himself reincarnated as a prison guard in this treacherous facility. Armed with a mysterious ability to see the full extent of someone's criminal life—and gain power by capturing or eliminating wrongdoers—Robert must navigate a labyrinth of danger, deceit, and deadly alliances. When Robert kills a cartel enforcer in self-defense during a prison riot, he becomes a marked man, targeted by the cartel and betrayed by his corrupt superiors. As conspiracies close in, Robert uncovers that even his warden and colleagues are players in a larger, sinister plot to silence him for good. With no one to trust and enemies lurking in every shadow, Robert must rely on his street smarts, fighting skills, and newfound abilities to survive. But in a place where justice is bought and loyalty is fleeting, will Robert's quest for redemption make him the savior of the prison—or its next victim? **"Shadows in the Bastion"** is a gripping tale of survival, betrayal, and one man's fight to expose the truth in a world where the lines between law and crime blur into darkness.

"I'm just a silly child with an unreachable dream. As a child, I always dreamed of being a Hero, but I went down the wrong path. I now look back at my foolish dream of wanting to be a Hero and saving others. Me, a Hero, what a farce. My sins can never be repented for they were too great." "Hah, don't even get me started on the story about my journey, for it's just a long and painful route to becoming a Diamond." "Power, luxury, worlds we can have all of them, but we can never fully be happy." "Diamond goddess my ass!! What is the use of becoming a powerful being if we can't even Live peacefully?" She turns to look at the child with pink hair and pink eyes. "Would you be interested in knowing who we are?" Iris asked the child. "Yes of course since I'm one too it would be good if I know," Polyra answered shyly and she twisted her hair on her fingertips. "Diamonds were supreme beings that were given to create life and destroy life, also known as world destroyers. They could pass through time and dimensions and create worlds of their own." I said as stars formed around them. "All Diamonds have a Diamond Gem in their body plus we have Diamond-shaped pupils to identify ourselves." "So then are we like cool or something," Polyra asked joyfully. Iris gave her a blank yet sad look, "I wish we were..." "All I know is throughout myself as a Diamond all I've felt was pain, but one thing that keeps me going is to find my sisters." "Diamonds are never free unless we're truly strong, but if we aren't we would be chased for the rest of our days." "What about the rest of the other Diamonds? There must be more people like us, right? Polyra asked nervously. "They're not my problem to deal with," Iris said coldly. "Then why did you save me?" Polyra asked as she stared deep into Iris's lifeless eyes. "Maybe a connection, I don't know." She responded. "Well then Iris if you won't find the rest of the other Diamonds, I will," Polyra stood up proudly. "Hahahaha, fine then have it your way." "Polyra, do you still want to be the Pink Diamond and become my follower?" she asked, stretching out her hand. "How can you also ask such a silly question Iris. You were the one who raised me and I don't care if I become a follower of the Black Diamond Goddess, because you're like a mother to me," she said softly. "Then the whole heavens would hate you dear child. For the Black Diamond shall always be the Diamond to bring calamity, chaos, and evil upon everything…." "And the Diamond war shall begin soon." The cover art isn't mine

Forged in Light follows Kaelan, a powerful warrior determined to rid the world of darkness and evil. As the strongest person in the universe, Kaelan has already defeated the dreaded Demon Lord, but the journey does not end there. With each victory, he grows stronger, ready to face increasingly powerful foes who threaten the balance of reality itself. In a world ravaged by powerful demons and dark forces, Kaelan and his companions—Talia, Lyra, Arion, and others—must confront enemies who control time, space, and the very fabric of existence. From the manipulative Time Weaver, who can twist fate itself, to the reality-warping Voidbinder, who seeks to erase all, Kaelan’s path is fraught with peril. As he faces these challenges, Kaelan is pushed to his limits, but with each battle, he grows stronger, his light shining brighter against the encroaching darkness. However, the true test lies ahead—the Deathbringer, a being of unimaginable power, stands as the final challenge. To defeat it, Kaelan must unlock his full potential, reaching god-like strength in a desperate battle to protect the world and his loved ones. Forged in Light is a story of strength, unity, and the will to fight against the odds. As Kaelan faces each formidable foe, he is reminded that while darkness may come in many forms, the light of hope and friendship is the strongest weapon of all. The journey is long, and the stakes are higher than ever, but Kaelan's unwavering resolve will carry him toward the ultimate battle for the future of the universe.

The heavy rain pounded against the windows, a relentless reminder of the storm raging outside. Inside, Elena stood at the edge of the living room, her arms wrapped tightly around herself as if the cold could keep the memories away. She had heard the knock at the door, but she didn’t move. She wasn’t sure if she could. “Elena.” The sound of her name broke through her thoughts, soft but insistent. She turned, and there he was—Liam, standing in the doorway, drenched from the downpour. His eyes were dark, filled with something she couldn’t name, and his lips parted like he had so much to say but didn’t know where to start. “I didn’t think you’d show up,” Elena said quietly, her voice trembling despite her efforts to sound steady. She didn’t want him here. Not now, not after everything. Liam took a step forward, his eyes never leaving hers. “I had to. I couldn’t leave things like this between us.” The words stung more than they should have, but she held her ground. “Things ended between us, Liam. You made sure of that.” He flinched, as if the words were a slap. “I know I did,” he said, his voice tight. “I was stupid. I pushed you away when I should’ve fought for you. And I... I didn’t trust you when you needed me to.” Elena’s heart twisted at the raw sincerity in his voice, but she couldn’t let him in that easily. “Why now, after all this time? After everything that’s happened?” “I don’t have an answer for that,” he admitted. “All I know is that I can’t keep pretending I don’t care about you. I never stopped caring.” The silence between them was thick, a chasm neither of them knew how to cross. The world outside continued to rage, but in that moment, it was just the two of them. Elena’s pulse raced, her mind torn between wanting to believe him and fearing the hurt that would come if she let him back in. “I don’t know if I can trust you again, Liam,” she whispered, the words slipping out before she could stop them. He stepped closer, reaching out like he was about to touch her but hesitated. “Then give me a chance to prove I’m worth trusting.” Elena’s breath caught, her chest tightening as something inside her wavered. For a moment, she could almost believe him. But the scars ran too deep. “I need time,” she said, finally looking away. “I need time to figure out if I can even forgive you.” Liam stood still, his expression a mixture of regret and understanding. “I’ll wait. As long as it takes.” And for the first time in a long time, Elena wondered if maybe—just maybe—she could let the past go and start again.

Amara Aryanti is a smart and ambitious professional woman, working as a project manager at a large technology company. With a simple family background in the village, Amara grew up with a strong determination to achieve success and help her family who had struggled for their education and future. Her skills and dedication made her known as an independent and brave person in making decisions. On the other hand, Raka Pratama is the sole heir of a large company in the construction and real estate sector. His life has always been surrounded by luxury and great responsibility. His father, a successful businessman, suddenly fell ill, leaving Raka with a great burden to maintain the sustainability of his family's company. Although he looks cold and firm on the outside, Raka actually has a soft side that is rarely known by those closest to him. Fate brought Amara and Raka together in an unexpected situation. Amara's family faced a financial crisis that almost made them lose their home and small business. In this desperate situation, Amara received a surprising offer from the Pratama family—a contract marriage with Raka. This marriage was arranged to improve the image of Raka's company in the eyes of the public and investors, as well as provide much-needed financial assistance to Amara's family. At the beginning of their contract marriage, Amara and Raka's relationship is full of tension and misunderstandings. They have to pretend to be the perfect couple in front of the public, but behind the scenes, they struggle to understand each other and find a way to live together. Raka, who is usually strict and distant, begins to see Amara's perseverance and intelligence. Meanwhile, Amara discovers Raka's humane and caring side hidden behind his cold demeanor. As time goes by, their relationship begins to change. Although initially full of conflict, their honesty and togetherness in facing various obstacles make their feelings begin to grow. They have to face many challenges, including pressure from Raka's family who feel Amara is not worthy of him, as well as intrigue from business partners who do not agree with their marriage. The story climaxes when a major crisis threatens Raka's company. Amara and Raka must work together to overcome this problem, and in the process, they realize that true love has grown between them. However, a decision must be made: will they continue this marriage based on true love, or separate after the contract ends?

"Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. (Psalms 98:7)."

A female recluse devoid of proper friendship tragically meets her end after making goals for herself. Through her demise she's given a grace which is to help her in the new world she encounters. However, she'll slowly come to terms that the grace is neither a blessing nor a curse. Just like her grace, her new life proves the same outcome. How is she gonna make her way in the new world she's come across.

Menceritakan tentang selebritis cantik, yang akan membuka club olahraga Rugby, Tenis, Bulutangkis, Basket, Renang dan Menembak. Namun akan dia mulai dengan Rugby terlebih dahulu. disaat pembukaan club rugby, ia bertemu banyak pendaftar yang memiliki badan atletis dan wajah tampan, tidak hanya itu ia juga meeting dengan karyawannya yang akan menjadi pelatih rugby yang berusia 40-50an yang masih sangat atletis. tak lupa jika dia seorang wanita juga, yang akan tergoda dengan banyak pria di sekelilingnya, dan kini pandangannya fokus ke arah pria berjaket merah yang sedang menulis biodata. itu dia... kekasihnya!

An asteroid fell on Earth causing the existence of eliens. Humanity suffer the most every time the eliens attack, and hope was lost. That was during the scientists era, now the military era, technology is well developed to fight against the eliens. Still with technology, humanity suffer when the eliens attack. But there's Hope in humanity that, onday they will achieve success over the eleins. "But who is yet born to achieve that?".

Romance , betrayal Lillian been an orphan since her college days ,she's been struggling to pay bills and sponsoring her younger brother Richard education . Lillian is hardworking ,honest and brave . She stop her education after college working part time jobs just to carter for her needs . But she got an opportunity to further her education through scholarship. Lucas Gray is a CEO of a renowned company , a rich guy born with a silver spoon . He's 27 years old his parents has been urging him to get married but he's scared of marrying a woman who's after his wealth and fame . He decided to hide his identity in order to find true love but one sunny afternoon Lucas went to a restaurant to have lunch then he met Lillian since he fell in love at first sight .